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I really liked the chiropractor I saw several years ago. I'm not sure of her approach, but she would general apply heat, use a machine that did these little clicking sounds to my back (not sure exactly what that was!), and do manual manipulations as well. The visits felt good, but I didn't notice any miracle changes, either. She also gave me exercises to do at home; I don't think you can expect that all of the treatment will be in the office (I'm a psychologist, so I understand that!). Although I definitely believe in alternate medicine approaches myself, one issue I have is how do you know which type of practitioner to choose? I'm having some neck/shoulder discomfort again now, and I was thinking about getting a massage (again, DH thinks that there's not point to this--other than simply feeling good while you're doing it--if you can't go regularly), but would it make more sense to return to the chiropractor or even to my PT? Any thoughts?
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04-13-11, 11:16 AM | |
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I have had really good luck with my chiropractor from all types of issues from rotator cuff, gluteal medius, sciatica, plantar fascitis and lower back. I usually visit him first since I am usually good to go after 4 visits. He does exercise himself, running, karate, etc.
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08-08-11, 09:13 AM | |
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Reviving old thread...have questions!
Hi all--I posted in this thread several months ago. I am considering returning to the chiropractor I saw several years ago, but I wanted to get some advice first from those of you who use chiropractors more regularly in order to make sure I get the most effective treatment.
My problem is that for the past month or so, I have had a nagging soreness focused mainly in the back of my right shoulder blade that will just not go away. Sometimes it's better, and sometimes it's worse, traveling up into the top of my shoulder and neck. I have done all kinds of self-therapy, from yoga to various stretching to self-massage/acu-pressure (using both Jill's Yoga Tune-Up balls & foam rolling). These things often make it feel better for awhile, but nothing lasts. Finally, I'm not exactly sure what caused the issue; I thought maybe that it was computer mouse use, but I'm not using the computer any more often than usual, and it's never been this bad before. So, here are some questions I have about going in for a chiropractor visit:
Thanks for any help you all can give me. I'm really uncertain as to whether I should do anything at this point; I keep hoping that the problem will go away on its own. I also never know how to make a decision amongst the various alternative treatment options out there--i.e., should I just get a massage instead? Should I go back to physical therapy? (I did PT a couple of years ago for a similar issue, although it was more the top of my shoulder/neck. Again, I have similar concerns about the time/money issue, plus that would need a doctor's referral.) Thank you in advance for the feedback!
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08-08-11, 11:25 AM | |
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*nevermind - didn't realize this was an old thread and I don't have the answers to your questions. *
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